Olympus VR-320 vs Panasonic FH3

Here, we are matching up the Olympus VR-320 versus Panasonic FH3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was brought out 19 months after the FH3 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the VR-320 grades vs the FH3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 has got external measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 vs the FH3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and FH3.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent VR-320 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.